While struck by the material change in Santa Rosa — including a clean water project and safe housing initiatives — the Ruders were also touched by the spiritual transformation of the children and families they met.
“It is just something that is very inspiring for us — spiritually — and knowing that we have people praying for us every day just as we are praying for them,” said Terry.
Added Cindi, “We were really impacted by the way they share their faith. They kind of epitomize what it means to be a Christian, and that makes you want to be a better person yourself. So we are hoping that other people have the same heart that we have for those in need and will be able to help.”